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Funding welcomed for upgrade of Auckland recycling facilities
$16.6 million in funding will allow Auckland to increase its recycling processing capacity by 28 per cent.
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Medsalv wins Going Circular Award at NZI Sustainable Business Network Awards 2019
Christchurch-based company, Medsalv, took out the Auckland Council-sponsored Going Circular Award for 2019 at the NZI Sustainable Business Network Awards last night, from a field of 10 finalists.
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Auckland Council gets back into environmental action
Auckland Council staff and contractors will be back out in the field as early as next week to resume work protecting and enhancing the region’s natural environment.
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Conservation website launched to connect communities
Aucklanders can now learn more about the region’s biodiversity, get involved with a local conservation group, learn how to protect and restore the environment and keep up to date with developments in the conservation sector.
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View nature through fresh eyes this Conservation Week
Find ways to connect with nature in Tāmaki Makaurau during a COVID-19 lockdown.
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Get funding for your Zero Waste idea
Jumpstart your waste minimisation project with WMIF funding from Auckland Council.
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Pest-proofing as boaties prepare to return to the water
In preparation for the return to the water, Auckland Council is urging boat owners to check their vessels for pests, both above and below the water, before heading out.
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Hunt for elusive intruder uncovers surprising activity on pest free island
Cameras on Motukorea/Browns Island in the Hauraki Gulf have captured footage of Aucklanders accessing the island during both lockdown Alert Levels 4 and 3.
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Safeswim takes another international award
Global Water Intelligence today awarded Auckland Council’s Safeswim programme a coveted Global Water Award.
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Auckland welcomes a $10 million investment in new zero waste infrastructure
Auckland Council welcomes the Ministry for the Environment announcement of $10.67 million for improvements to the Community Recycling Centres as part of the Resource Recovery Network across the Auckland region.
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Breaking new ground on zero waste
New Zealand’s first large-scale anaerobic digestion facility began construction today in Reporoa with a blessing of the land by Ngati Tahu-Ngati Whaoa.
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Celebrating Auckland's rangers on World Ranger Day
Read our Q&A with our park rangers and learn more about the important work they do around the region.
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Regional park big winner of schools budgeting competition
Duder Regional Park has gained nearly 200 new trees thanks to prize money won in a school budgeting competition.
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How to plant smarter by planning your planting
There are a few helpful things to remember when you are planning what to plant in your back yard, starting with why winter is the best time to plant new trees and shrubs.
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What to grow and eat this winter
Auckland Council’s Live Lightly team share their tips for what to grow and eat during the winter season and how to improve your garden’s sustainability.
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Kōkako rescue mission a success
Auckland Council rangers swooped to the rescue of a juvenile kōkako at the weekend.
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